Author: Russ Turk, Chairman, CEO and President

2025 has been a year of transformation for us at PremierBank. Like many organizations, we faced challenges, opportunities, and changes in 2025. One of the most significant milestones was our comprehensive system upgrade last March. This project was designed to modernize our digital infrastructure, enhance security, and provide our customers with a more seamless, flexible banking experience that is competitive with the many larger banks in today’s changing world. The enhancements allow our customers to bank with greater ease and confidence while ensuring that their information and assets remain protected.

Change of this scale is never easy, and it required careful planning, collaboration, and the dedication of our incredible team. I am proud of how our employees adapted, learned, and embraced the new tools and processes, ensuring that our service to customers remained uninterrupted and high-quality throughout the transition.

While technology played a central role for us this year, our commitment to the people and communities we serve remains steadfast. We continued to provide personalized support, volunteer in our local communities, and strengthen our relationships with businesses and families who have trusted PremierBank for generations. Balancing innovation with our long-standing community values has been, and will continue to be, at the heart of everything we do.

Looking forward, I am optimistic and energized. The foundation we have built allows us to better respond to evolving customer needs, offer innovative solutions, and continue our mission of supporting the economic vitality of the communities we serve. I am grateful for the trust of our customers, the hard work of our team, and the continued partnership with our neighbors in Jefferson, Rock, and Walworth Counties, and beyond.

Here’s to building on the momentum of 2025 and embracing the opportunities of the years ahead!